God: No magic required

[Mudhammam]

I love how Larry naively thinks beliefs are simply "chosen" based on the personal advantages their alleged to bestow. If I believed that the FSM kept me wrapped in his warm, loving, noodly embrace and was part of a flock that sustained itself through weekly sermons and fellowship devoted to the FSM, perhaps it could in a superfluous way make me feel happier, more confident, and even healthier. Isn't that how many delusions work? But notice the big, glaring "If" at the beginning of the proposition. The reason I don't enjoy those potential benefits is that I don't believe in the FSM, nor would I join its church because I did (maybe I could join because its women adherents are attractive and still reap the same psychological rewards). It sounds like Larry's argument is not for belief but for having healthy relationships and being active in the community. Well then, great. And no shit.